EU Launches Its Own Secure, Encrypted Satellite Communication System
Speaking at the 18th European Space Conference in Brussels, Kubilius confirmed the launch of GOVSATCOM operations, which consolidate national satellite capacities to provide secure communications for EU governments and military institutions.
"We started very important GOVSATCOM operations related with high-risk square development that means that all member states now can have access to sovereign satellite communication, military, and government secure and encrypted and built in Europe and operated in Europe under European control," Kubilius said.
He described the initiative as a “first step” toward a fully autonomous European space communications infrastructure, adding that global coverage and bandwidth will be expanded by 2027 through additional capacity sourced from commercial partners, alongside enhanced security measures.
Kubilius also confirmed that the EU’s next-generation encrypted satellite constellation, IRIS2, is progressing in parallel, with initial services expected to begin in 2029. The multi-orbit IRIS2 system will include approximately 290 satellites and is designed to serve as a secure communications backbone for EU institutions, member states, and public agencies.
The launch has gained urgency amid the ongoing conflict in Ukraine and escalating political tensions with the United States, accelerating Europe’s drive to safeguard sensitive space-based assets, according to reports.
Legal Disclaimer:
MENAFN provides the
information “as is” without warranty of any kind. We do not accept
any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, content, images,
videos, licenses, completeness, legality, or reliability of the information
contained in this article. If you have any complaints or copyright
issues related to this article, kindly contact the provider above.
Legal Disclaimer:
EIN Presswire provides this news content "as is" without warranty of any kind. We do not accept any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, content, images, videos, licenses, completeness, legality, or reliability of the information contained in this article. If you have any complaints or copyright issues related to this article, kindly contact the author above.
